2024 Honda Ridgeline TrailSport AWD: The Brand’s Lifestyle Crossover Truck

Highlight: The Ridgeline attract more non Honda buyers to the brand than any other vehicle in Honda’s lineup.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $xx,xxx (Base Sport MSRP: $xx,xxx)

Seating Capacity: 5 passenger seating

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; collision mitigation system; road departure mitigation system; forward collision warning system; a lane departure warning system; a lane keep assist system; a radar active cruise control system; a blind spot information system; a cross-traffic monitor system; automatic high beam headlights; rear camera; vehicle stability system a tire pressure system; and a hill start assist system

2022 Mazda CX-30 AWD 2.5 Turbo: An Affordable Alternative To Some Of The Premium Luxury Compact Crossovers

Highlight: All-wheel drive is standard on all models. 

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $35,875 (Base model 2.5L: $23,425)

Seating Capacity: 4

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; temporary spare tire; a tire pressure monitoring system; rain sensing wiper system; a rear-view camera; a driver attention alert system; a lane departure warning system; a smart brake support system; high beam control; a lane keep assist system; and a traction control system

2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 4Matic: A Mini Version Of The Flagship GLS With Spunk

Highlight: The GLB is also available as a 7-seater.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $61,310 (Base Model GLA: $39,100)

Seating Capacity: 5 to 7

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a stability control system; a rearview camera; an automatic dimming mirror; a hill start assist system; electronic stability control system; a tire pressure monitoring system; and 3 years of Mercedes connect safety/concierge service

Standard Equipment (250): front wheel drive; 18-inch wheels; a 7-inch touchscreen; a keyless ignition starter system; heated power side mirrors; pseudo leather seats; power front seats with a position memory setting; rear seats with partially incline; a variety of driving modes; a dual zone automatic climate control system; a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; and a power liftgate

2021 BMW X5 xDrive45e: The Brand’s First Midsized Electrified Crossover

Highlight: The BMW X5 xDrive45e has an electric driving range of 31 miles.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $81,695 (Base Gasoline Model: $64,695)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: air bags; ABS; electronic blind spot; a rear collision warning system; a frontal collision warning system; a pedestrian warning system with city collision mitigation; cross traffic alert rear with back up camera; speed limit information; stability control; and all-wheel drive

Standard Equipment (Plug-In): 19-inch wheels; an electric motor; an 8-speed automatic transmission; an all-wheel drive system; leather-like seats; power front heated seats; a 12-inch digital instrument cluster; haptic controls for the iDrive; power tilt/telescopic steering wheel; 3-spoke leather steering wheel; a navigation system; a keyless entry system; a panoramic sunroof; real time traffic with street parking availability; and power folding heated side mirrors

2021 Acura TLX SH-AWD Advance: New Design, New Flagship Car

 

Highlight: The TLX is being built in Ohio.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $49,325 (Base Model: $38,525)

Seating Capacity: 5 (a snug 5 seater)

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; vehicle stability control system; forward collision brakes; collision mitigation braking system; a road departure warning system; a radar activated cruise control system; a 360-degree review camera; a hillstart assist system; automatic high beams; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a tire sealant and a repair kit

Standard Equipment (Base FWD): 18-inch wheels; a 10-speed automatic transmission; a dual overhead cam engine; paddle shifters; a 10-inch infotainment screen; a dual zone automatic climate control system; a push button ignition system; leather-like seats; memory driver’s seat; heated front seats; 10-way power front seats; a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; automatic rearview mirror; remote start entry (front doors); and a power moonroof

2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 AWD: The Luxury Brand’s Only Front Wheel Drive Car

Highlight: In 2013, when the CLA was launched, it became the brand’s first compact.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $57,665 (Base MSRP: $37,645)

Seating Capacity: 5-passenger

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a rearview camera; a crosswind assist system; an electronic stability control system;  a hillstart assist system; a tire pressure monitoring system; and rain sensing windshield wiper

Standard Equipment: 18-inch wheels; a 7-speed automatic transmission; front wheel drive; a panorama roof; power front seats with a three- position memory; a dual zone automatic climate control system; a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; leather-like seats; rear seat center armrest with cupholders; sport seats with integrated headrests; new generation touchpad; split folding rear seats; heated power side mirrors; and a 7-inch infotainment screen

2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport AWD: The Brand’s New Coupe-Like Crossover

Highlight: The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport was birthed from the brand's three-row Atlas.

Test Vehicle's MSRP: $40,300 (S Model: $31,565)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; a rearview camera; a blind spot monitor and rear traffic alert system; a forward collision warning and autonomous emergency braking system with pedestrian monitoring; blind spot monitor and a rear traffic alert system; hill hold control system; heated folded power mirrors with an integrated turn signal; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2020 Subaru Outback Limited XT AWD: The Brand's Lone Ranger Upscale Wagon

Highlight: This is the only midsize non premium wagon available on the market in the U.S.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $38,755 (Base Model: $27,655)

Seating Capacity: 5

Standard Safety Features: all-wheel drive; airbags; ABS; a rearview camera with a washer; a brake assist system; a brake override system; daytime running lights; automatic headlights with windshield wipers; a hill hold assist feature; an incline assist feature; an automatic on/off headlights with windshield wiper system; an electronic brake distribution system; an EyeSight Assist Monitor system; a radar-activated cruise control system with lane centering system; and a tire pressure monitoring system

2019 BMW X2 M35i: The Brand's Performance-Oriented Crossover

Highlights: The X2 is BMW’s entry-level crossover. The curvaceous X2 , X4 and X6 are sibilings. They all were named using even numbers. Outside of the exterior styling, the X2 shares many of the same components as its SUV-styled cousin, the X1.

Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $55,020 (Base Model: $37,395)

Seating Capacity: 4